I’m happy Sutter is willing to mix it up so dramatically after 2 close games to find the best chemistry as he’s says in his presser. Huge opportunity for Kylington to establish himself as a legitimate top 4 and give the Flames a potential boost in breaking out of their own zone. While Mangiapane does seem buried in the lineup I like that he’s paired with 2 other guys with strong motors and North-South styles. As long as Dube can succeed in his center matchups I don’t mind Ritchie bringing the beef because at least he’ll be trying to keep up (as it looked to me like Monahan was a step behind even as the trailer).
As a skeptical fan of Treliving’s lack of core moves this off-season, I’m heartened by Sutters open mindedness to get most out of what he’s got to work with.
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